Episode 169, we continue Season 8 by discussing the importance of online collaboration and writing-first approaches. In this thought-provoking conversation, we explore why reflection and taking time to think first are crucial in both professional and educational settings. Prioritizing written communication can help avoid excessive meetings where we talk about work rather than doing it. In classrooms, we argue that writing before discussing allows students to think, reflect, and rework their ideas, leading to more productive conversations. We also, introduce 37signals' cool tool Writebook, which allows users to publish blogs or books online for free.